Paige Bueckers, the star player from UConn and recent NCAA champion, was chosen as the No. 1 pick by the Dallas Wings in the 2025 WNBA draft. Bueckers, a three-time first-team All-American, led UConn to their first NCAA title in nine years and is the sixth UConn player to be drafted at No. 1. This selection marks a positive turn for the Wings, who obtained the top pick after a challenging previous season.
The addition of Bueckers aligns with the Wings' efforts to revitalize their roster, which already includes standout players like Arike Ogunbowale. Bueckers, with an impressive scoring average of 19.8 PPG and a history of overcoming injuries, is anticipated to excel in the WNBA. Paired with Ogunbowale, she is poised to form a formidable guard tandem, potentially elevating the Wings' performance on the court as they aim to enhance their franchise both in terms of play and presence in the Dallas community.